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In-person

kids making a star

Exploring the research behind positive youth development can be critical to how we understand and work with youth. In this class you will learn skills and create resources to help you work with young people.

girls sitting and talking

This course is based on the Rings of Engagement, which shows the range of youth engagement and youth-adult partnerships.

cover of weconnect curriculum

WeConnect is both a program model and a curriculum that helps young people see that they are participants in a global society. It prepares them to thrive in culturally-diverse settings. Developed for middle school-aged youth, but can be adapted for other age groups.

group of adults

We can design programs to support social and emotional learning (SEL), but we can also be more intentional about how we respond in the moment to SEL skill-building opportunities.

adults in circle on grass

This training builds an understanding of how to support social emotional learning (SEL).  Participants explore practices that introduce SEL opportunities into existing programs. They walk away with ways to support social emotional skill growth.

group of adults and youth holding hands in a circle

This training explores youth work management and leadership. It provides internal professional development strategies targeted to youth work practitioners.

hands stacked on each other

This class examines the creation of inclusive youth programs. Participants will explore cultural identities and examine how they affect interactions with youth. Culturally responsive practice creates a sense of belonging and empowerment in young people.

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